The Ultimate Passive Mooring System

What is the best mooring system for passive lines?
For fixed-length mooring applications — where no pull-in capability is needed — the BarLink Unijoint Connector is your go-to solution. Designed specifically for passive lines, it offers robust, reliable performance while simplifying installation.

Key Benefits:

  • Optimized for fixed-length passive mooring systems
  • Ideal for projects where minimal handling is required
  • Engineered to reduce complexity
  • Designed to minimize out of plane bending (OPB) in mooring chain
    • What causes OPB?
      Out of plane bending is caused by interlink rotations.
    • Why is OPB harmful?
      Alternating out of plane bending stress can cause fatigue cracks to propagate.

Versatile Equipment Integration

What kind of equipment can the unijoint connector be used with?
Customize your mooring system by pairing the BarLink Unijoint Connector with complementary solutions like the BarLatch®, BarMoor™, or ILT (in-line tensioner) units. This modular “dream team” approach ensures seamless integration across your entire mooring setup, enhancing performance and safety.

Integration Advantages:

  • Flexible compatibility with multiple Bardex product lines
  • Scalable for both small and large commercial projects
  • Ensures system uniformity and reduced risk during operations
  •  

Optimized for Offshore Wind & Commercial Scale

What type of mooring system is best suited for large-scale commercial offshore wind farms?

The BarLink Unijoint Connector is engineered with a simple design and lightweight construction, making it the ideal choice for offshore wind applications. Its streamlined design supports serialized production to protect your project schedule and budget, ensuring high performance even in the most demanding commercial environments.

Why Choose the BarLink for Offshore Wind?

  • Lightweight design for ease of installation
  • Consistent quality for large-scale commercial production
  • Proven to support strict project timelines and cost efficiency

Applicable for a Wide Array of Offshore Mooring Challenges

What other types of projects can I use a unijoint connector on? 

The BarLink Unijoint Connector is an excellent choice for numerous projects:

  • Floating Production Storage and Offloading units (FPSOs)
  • Ship-to-ship connections
  • Unique, one-of-a-kind applications

Why Choose the BarLink?

  • Reduce project risk with field-proven equipment
  • Compatible with either synthetic rope or chain
  • Reduce time and cost with a simple process for mooring line hookup

Engineered with Time-Tested Reliability

Are the unijoint’s bearings reliable?

Absolutely. The BarLink Unijoint Connector incorporates field-proven bearing materials from other Bardex technologies. With a focus on reliability and durability, you can execute your project with confidence, knowing that every component meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

Reliability Highlights:

  • Uses time-tested bearing materials
  • Field-proven across multiple Bardex applications
  • Provides consistent performance under challenging marine conditions